Art in Flight
Thursday, October 08
2:00pm - 3:00pm
A virtual talk with Carolyn Russo
VIRTUAL | After the event date, watch the talk any time through Library Speakers Consortium
Acclaimed author and Smithsonian curator Carolyn Russo as discusses her fascinating book, The Ascent of Rauschenberg which explores the towering legacy, unexpected inspirations, and creative heights of one of America's most influential artistic icons, Robert Rauschenberg (1925-2008). The Ascent of Rauschenberg explores the flight motif across Rauschenberg's work, spanning birds, insects, aviation, spaceflight, sensory experiences, and metaphors for his own life.
About the Author
Carolyn Russo is curator of the art collection at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum. She has lectured internationally on the subject of art and flight and is the author of several publications.
Attending Online
This live, virtual event is presented by BPL's digital resource, Library Speakers Consortium, which curates virtual presentations with top authors from around the world.
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